9.2.2 simulation of spherical mirrors

Spherical Mirror Focal Length Simulation

Spherical Mirror Focal Length

Mirror Properties

Current: 300 px
Current: 150 px

Light Rays

Current: 5
Current: 0°

Focal Length of Spherical Mirrors

For spherical mirrors, the focal length (f) is related to the radius of curvature (R) by:

f = R / 2

Parallel rays converge at F (concave) or appear to diverge from F (convex).

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